James S Paglinawan

James S Paglinawan

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 20 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Forest Hills, NY
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Immigration, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect ... +2 more

118-21 Queens Blvd., Suite 501, Forest Hills, NY

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Immigration 20%

Business and family based immigration petitions.

26 years

20%
Business 10%

Small business formation, estate work.

22 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-500 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

The Paglinawan Firm, P.C.

118-21 Queens Blvd., Suite 501, Forest Hills, NY, 11375

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James S Paglinawan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jose | March 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best of the best!

After I received a judgment against me, I came to Mr. Paglinawan for his legal help. I'm so glad I did! He walked me through his legal strategy, the various outcomes and my legal options with each one. That gave me peace of mind because there were no surprises. Mr. Paglinawan had a genuine interest i...n making sure we were successful in this case. He was more than an attorney, he felt like a teammate cheering me on through each stage of my case. It was one of the most pleasant and worry-free legal disputes I have ever encountered.

Posted by Jonathan | December 10, 2014 | Debt Collection

Great Lawyer, Nice Guy

I hired James to enforce promissory notes that had gone unpaid. He clearly explained what he was going to do in terms of contacting the people who owed me money, and if they didn't pay up after he sent letters, what the next course of action would be. He kept me updated throughout the process, and I ...could tell he was not only professionally committed to my legal needs, but he genuinely cared to help me out. He was also quick to reply to my emails. While his personality is very easy going, I can tell he is an aggressive litigator, and is really passionate about getting results for his clients. I wish all lawyers were this pleasurable to deal with.

Posted by Josefina | December 04, 2014 | Immigration

Caring Immigration Attorney

Mr. Paglinawan knows immigration law and has handled my petition meticulously. He is always avaliable to talk to me and takes the time to explain everything. He makes sure that everything is handled properly. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Erica | December 04, 2014

Great Firm

Mr. James and his staff are amazing to work with, the staff and Mr. James himself always answer any questions or concerns and keeps the client updated as often as possible. I highly reccomand Mr. James S Paglinawan.

Posted by Lilli | September 23, 2014

Highly Recomend !!!!!

I have found myself in need of legal assistance on a few occasions and the selection of an attorney to represent you is the Key!!!!! Attorney Paglinawan is DEDICATED to his profession and seeks justice for his clients. The prior attorneys that I had dealt with were .... well lets just say very... very unprofessional and to the point of being unethical. Attorney Paglinawan has restored my faith in the legal system. I would highly recommend TPF (The Paglinawan Firm)

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Lawyers of Distinction 2018, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Life Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

N/A

Client's Choice Award 2014, Avvo

N/A

Magna Cum Laude, Hunter College

N/A

Departmental Honors, Hunter College

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, The Paglinawan Firm, P.C.

2014 - 2017

Partner, Munawar & Andrews-Santillo, LLP

2012 - 2014

Lead Trial Attorney, Novo Law Firm, PC

2008 - 2012

Lead Trial Attorney, Napoli Bern Ripka

2004 - 2008

Associate, The Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm

1997 - 2001

ICU Staff Nurse, Long Island College Hospital

1994 - 1997

Emergency Department Staff Nurse, Lincoln Hospital and Medical Center

Associations

New York State Bar Association

Member

American Association of Nurse Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jaiteh v. NYHHC (Index #805342/2015, Sup. Ct. N.Y. County)

Case settled for a total amount of $4,500,000.00

Philantrope v. Grand Pavilion (601595/2015, Sup, Ct. N.Y. Nassau County).

Settled before trial.

Aguilar v. Rashid, DDS (703745/2015, Sup. Ct. N.Y. Queens County)

Settled before trial.

Sansone v. MedAmerica

Settled pre-litigation

Nualla v. Flushing Manor Geriatric Center (18411/2015 Civ. Ct. N.Y. Queens County)

Settled before discovery.

Richards v. NYHHC (511229/2015, Sup. Ct. Kings County)

Settled before discovery.

Ali v. Schnall, M.D. (702313/2015, Sup. Ct. N.Y. Queens County)

Settled before trial.

Panora v. Rite Aide (708703/2015, Sup. Ct. N.Y. Queens County)

Settled before discovery.

Smitherman v. Marriott (1:14-cv-04794 SDNY)

Settled before trial.

Manger v. NY Hosp. Of Queens (1568/2013, Sup. Ct. N.Y. Queens County)

Settled before trial.

Armour v. Auran, M.D. (Index# 105250/2010)

Settled during trial

Estate of Terry v. Red Bull North of America, Inc. (Index# 506504/2013)

Confidential

Schneider v. NYHHC (Index # 32408/2009, Sup. Ct. Kings County)

Settled during mediation

Smallwood v. Gelfinbein, M.D. (Index# 12006/2012)

Settled before trial

Waters-Falk v. Duane Reade (Index# 105171/2011)

Settled before depositions.

Awal v. Samaritan Village, Inc. (Index# 9704/2010)

Case settled during trial

Gubenko v. City of New York, 2013 NY Slip Op 07551 (1st Dep't 2013)

The Appellate Division, First Department, reversing the IAS court's dismissal of plaintiff's trip-and-fall case.

Davis v. City of Yonkers (Index# 10662/2009)

Plaintiff's Verdict, 100% liability against City of Yonkers.

Estate of Rivera v. Doe, M.D. (Index # 6396/2003)

Settled during trial

Guy v. Kopatsis, M.D. (Index# 12257/2002)

Case settled during trial.

De Jesus v. Leff, DPM (Index # 104234/2006)

Settled during trial.

Obas v. Grappel, 43 A.D.3d 431 (2d Dep't 2007)

The Appellate Division, Second Department, affirmed the denial of the motion to change venue.

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Education

2004

City University of New York School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

CUNY School of Law

Interviewing Skills

Languages

English

Tagalog

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